it's unclear whether by "social loafing" you mean people who do not socialize much, or people who do not work much--and therby rely on society for support.
Note: To clarify (but not to answer, as I'm not well-versed enough), "social loafing" is the phenomenon where someone who's usually productive on their own starts slacking whenever they're in a group.
Hope that helps.
If a group is larger than it needs to be it can lead to social loafing. Check a group communications text for more info on social loafing and group dynamics/communication
Social loafing is the occurrence where people in a group setting appear to exert less effort in completing a goal or task. This is seen as a diffusion of responsibility amongst the members.
Steps to reduce social loafing might include assigning specific jobs to each person rather than allowing them to work together as a team. Also, confronting the social loafer can help to correct the behavior.
Social Loafing
Social Loafing
people know that their individual contributions will be recognized.
the task is simple and no individual recognition will be given
Social loafing is the tendency for individuals to exert less effort when working in a group compared to when working alone. This phenomenon occurs because individuals may feel less accountable for their contributions when working as part of a group, leading to decreased motivation and effort.
Social loafing has been found to be especially noticeable among larger groups where individuals feel less accountable for their contributions, as well as in tasks that are perceived as unimportant or lacking in personal relevance. Leaders can help mitigate social loafing by promoting individual accountability and emphasizing the significance of each team member's role in achieving shared goals.
grade their individual performances
Social loafing can be detrimental in a business environment. While it is good for employee morale to have some degree of opportunity for socializing, it can severely impact productivity if the privilege is abused.
Creative Loafing was created in 1972.